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Rooted in Cascadia, Adventures NW has been the region’s leading source of outdoors information – and inspiration – since 2006. Hiking, climbing, running, cycling, paddling, sailing, surfing, skiing, boarding, ‘shoeing: it’s all here.
At Adventures NW, we live to connect you to the wonderful world around us by giving you the information you need to get out and play! But we don’t stop there. Our secret mission is to inspire you with tales of derring-do and the spirit of adventure (still alive and well, thank you very much). To enthrall you with essays by some of Cascadia’s most compelling writers. To invite you to dive deep, to celebrate our connection to the natural world. To dazzle your retinas with spectacular images from some of the best photographers in the field today. Source
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| Language | English |
| Country | United States of America |
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Search ArticlesANW Book Review: Long Lost
by Tami Asars; Palmetto Publishing, 2026 Some of us who live in the West may feel a little superior about our long-distance trails, and may view the Appalachian Trail (AT) as a low-elevation jaunt. North Bend hiking guide author Tami Asars had already completed the Pacific Crest and Continental Divide trails before her hiking partner invited her to hike the AT. It had not been her intention to complete America’s Triple Crown of long-distance hiking trails, but the offer was too good to refuse.
The Quiet Side: Exploring B.C.’s Chilliwack River Valley
Hike/Climb, Uncategorized 20 Views Stand on a peak in the North Cascades, and you probably can’t tell whether you’re in Northern Washington or southern British Columbia. Both sides of the Coastal Range offer prominent peaks, often highlighted by glacier and avalanche lilies in the spring, yellow arnica and crimson paintbrush at the height of summer, and an abundance of indigo-hued blueberries in the early fall.
In the Flow: A Deep Appreciation
At first glance, trail running and a deep appreciation for nature might not seem like an obvious combination. Trail running takes place outside, on trails, of course, but pushing oneself up hills and flying down descents, one’s breath so loud it’s audible to nearby hikers, might seem at odds with hearing the drum of a pileated woodpecker on a nearby snag or noticing the first yellow wood violet of spring. On days when I want to feel the most alive, I run.
Up North: Tombstone Territorial Park
Hike/Climb 28 Views “Each of us has an Up North. It is a time and a place from the here and now. It’s a map on the wall, a dream in the making, a tugging at one’s soul. For those who feel the tug, who make the dream happen, who put the map in a packsack and go, the world is never quite the same.” – Sam Cook, Up North, 1986 For a boy who attended high school in Alabama, “wide open space” was a football field, and there was no “Up North” unless you considered Tennessee.
In Praise of Tahoma
The mountain that we call Mt. Rainier had another name bestowed upon it, long before European settlers made their way to the Pacific Northwest: Tahoma. Tahoma means “frozen water,” or “snow-covered mountain,” or “the source of nourishment.” All of these are far more eloquent—and apropos—descriptions than “Mt. Rainier.” I can’t help but notice that the middle sound of the word sounds like “Om,” or “home,” two words with spiritual meaning.
3 Great Hikes for Autumn
West Fork Methow River Trail I used to think of this hike along the Methow River as a consolation prize. It was my bail-out destination when the high country around Hart’s Pass was snowed in. But, over the years, I’ve learned to appreciate this beguiling walk along the river in its own right. One can meander as far as one wants, but after 2.5 miles, the going gets rough and cannot be recommended. The autumnal color in the recovering forest, burned in 2003, is exquisite.
Autumn Gear Reviews: Essential Gear for Fall Excursions
Royal Robbins Men’s Wilder Zip-Off Pants These hiking pants have all the bases covered. Whether you are looking for protection from the sun, from the rain, or from bugs, the Wilder Zip-Offs deliver the goods. Royal Robbins’ UPF 40+ sun protection keeps you cool; the lightweight, stretch fabric sheds moisture and blocks wind; and the chemical-free Mosquito Protection Technology™ (MPT) uses a tight-weave fabric that won’t wash or wear away to repel bugs. And man, they’re super comfortable.
Cycology: Bicycling Rx
According to studies, Americans spend an average of more than four–and-a-half hours on their phones daily, and more than half of adults get fewer than five hours outside in nature per week, Theorists call these hours spent indoors staring at screens “ultra-processed time“. Like the nutrient-poor junk food that Americans eat too much of, ultraprocessed time fails to nourish our brains. There is a simple solution: Put your phone down. Go outside. Go for a bike ride.
The Stimpson Family Nature Reserve: A Gift for Generations
Photo by Greg Green News 17 Views No Whatcom Land Trust (WLT) project has generated as many accolades or created so much enjoyment as the Stimpson Family Nature Reserve, assembled through generosity and community support. When the Land Trust is trying to conserve a significant property, the challenge is usually to raise enough money. Here, the challenge was also daunting––how to encourage seven siblings to donate their childhood forest playground to WLT.
Ode to Autumn in the North Cascades
Of all the seasons, autumn is unquestionably the glory time in the North Cascades. The high country is open for exploration, the snow mostly gone, the bugs done for the season, and the meadows are ablaze in a kaleidoscope of vibrant color. The crowds––like the insects–– have thinned, and the nights are crisp and ablaze with stars. The sense of impermanence is front and center, creating a deep appreciation for the here and now.